Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1021, Lake Avenue, Downtown, Detroit Lakes, Becker County, Minnesota, United States
About Essentia Health
At Essentia Health, we are committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive approach to care extends to our team members, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We invest in your future through professional development, training, and educational programs, ensuring you have the resources to succeed in your career journey.
About the Role
As a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist at St Marys Hospital in Detroit Lakes, you will play a critical role in the routine screening, diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases and injuries for patients of all ages. You will perform and report tests of all complexity levels as defined by CLIA, serving as a vital link in the healthcare continuum.
In this position, you will exhibit advanced problem-solving skills to handle complex laboratory challenges. Your day-to-day responsibilities include participating in Quality Assurance and Quality Control monitoring, managing instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, and handling specimen processing. Depending on the specific role and needs, you may also perform phlebotomy duties. As an MLS, you will additionally interpret and correlate test results with disease states, participate in research and development, and provide technical consultation and education.
Hiring Process and Application
Candidates for this position are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10,000. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary; for full details regarding our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as our 401(k) plan with employer contributions, please refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1021, Lake Avenue, Downtown, Detroit Lakes, Becker County, Minnesota, United States
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform and report laboratory tests of all complexity levels on patients of all ages
- check_circleInterpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge
- check_circleParticipate in Quality Assurance and Quality Control monitoring activities
- check_circleEngage in research, development, education, and technical consultation
- check_circleConduct instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting procedures
- check_circleProcess specimens and perform phlebotomy duties as required
- check_circleProvide customer service and exhibit complex problem-solving skills
Requirements
- verifiedGraduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician OR meets CLIA guidelines for alternative route
- verifiedGraduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science OR MLT (ASCP) certified with additional semester hours and 2 years full time lab experience
- verifiedCertification as a Medical Laboratory Technician ASCP or equivalent required within one year
- verifiedCertification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist ASCP required within one year
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with supplemental optionscheck_circle401(k) plan with employer contributionscheck_circleTuition reimbursement and educational programscheck_circleFlexible schedulingGenerous time off
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control Monitoring, Instrumentation Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Medical Laboratory Technician, Clinical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, Ascp.
Education: Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or CLIA guidelines alternative; Four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent experience and certification.
Frequently asked questions about Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health
What does a Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health will perform and report laboratory tests of all complexity levels on patients of all ages; interpret and correlate test results with disease states and theoretical knowledge; participate in quality assurance and quality control monitoring activities; and engage in research, development, education, and technical consultation.
What are the requirements for this Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist role?expand_more
Essentia Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Graduate of an associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician OR meets CLIA guidelines for alternative route; Graduate of a four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory science OR MLT (ASCP) certified with additional semester hours and 2 years full time lab experience; Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician ASCP or equivalent required within one year; and Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist ASCP required within one year.
Where is the Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist role at Essentia Health located?expand_more
Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health is based in 1021, Lake Avenue, Downtown, Detroit Lakes, Becker County, Minnesota, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Essentia Health has listed this Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist role?expand_more
Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist role at Essentia Health?expand_more
Key skills for Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health include Phlebotomy; Specimen Processing; Quality Assurance; Quality Control Monitoring; Instrumentation Maintenance; Troubleshooting; Medical Laboratory Technician; and Clinical Laboratory Science.
What education is required for Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or CLIA guidelines alternative; and Four-year degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent experience and certification.
What category does the Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist role belong to?expand_more
Medical Laboratory Technician or Scientist at Essentia Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.